Morph: A Pathway for Spiritual Formation
Morph is currently full for the 2011-2012 year. If you are still interested in participating, please read the information below, then click here to be placed on our waiting list.
What is Morph?
Morph is Church at Charlotte’s pathway for spiritual formation, an in-depth journey focused on knowing and experiencing God’s story of redemption in your own life. It isn’t a traditional Bible study, per se, though we will certainly study the Scriptures together. Rather, Morph is a pathway covering a broad range of topics, exploring the full story of the gospel and how that one story shapes and changes us to more fully reflect the image of Jesus (Col. 3:10). If you’re looking to go deeper in your understanding of the gospel and how to live out your faith, then Morph is for you!
How Does it Work?
Morph covers 20 weeks of study and discussion that are divided into two semesters. Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Church at Charlotte. We begin September 14, 2011 and conclude March 15, 2012. We will not be meeting during the month of December. If you’d like to see the Morph class schedule for the year, click the link below.
Each weekly session combines an hour of interactive teaching followed by an hour of small group discussion. There are also assignments to be completed during the week, including reading books and articles, studying and memorizing portions of Scripture, and practicing a variety of spiritual disciplines. We believe this combination of large group teaching, small group discussion and mid-week assignments is the best way to create an environment of growth, belonging and change.
What’s it Going to Cost?
The cost to participate in Morph is $60 per person.
This covers the cost of all materials for the entire 20-week class. You will receive a participant’s guide, Engaging God’s World by Cornelius Plantinga, and The Life You’ve Always Wanted by John Ortberg. We will also provide refreshments during each class.
If cost is an issue, scholarships can be requested by contacting Erin Anderson at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
The other cost to consider is time. Morph is a big commitment. In addition to the two-hour class time, be prepared to spend another two hours a week on at-home assignments. While the assignments are not mandatory, they are important to get the most out of your Morph experience. We completely understand that there will be weeks when this is not possible, and we have crafted different “tiers” to the assignments so you can adjust your time commitment accordingly. These assignments can also be split up during the week, so that you can do a little bit each day.
How Do I Sign Up?
Due to room size, we have a limited number of spaces available for Morph each year. The 2011-2012 class is currently full. To be placed on our waiting list, please click here.
What About My Children?
For those of you with children there are a variety of program options for your kids offered at no cost to you. Below is a list of options with further details about how to register. If you have any questions about children’s programming, contact Tammy Medders at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
For infants through Kindergarteners we provide a full program including activities and Bible lessons each week. You can register your children for childcare on your Morph registration form.
Kidz Choir teaches elementary-aged children to worship the Lord through music and drama. Children who participate have the opportunity to sing in Sunday morning worship services several times and the Children’s Choir Musical in May is the highlight of the year. First and second graders practice from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. with aftercare provided until 8:30 p.m. Third through fifth graders rehearse from 6:30 to 8:10 and can spend the last half hour with our choir staff.
To register your children for Kidz Choir, click here.
Kidz Club is an all-new additional option for elementary children on Wednesday evenings. This class will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will study missions, mercy and the same spiritual transformation concepts adults will learn in Morph. If your child is planning to attend, please click here to register.
